#pavellan

-What’s this? Is my Inquisitor a lazy little kitten this morning?

Thanks friend!! 🫶

Domestic OC asks

4. how did they start living together? do they move? how do they choose the place?

After the events of Trespasser, Dorian and Marel spent some time apart while Dorian took care of matters in Tevinter. Marel visited him every now and then, but it took about a year before they moved in together for good.

I assume Dorian lived at his family estate after his father's passing. In any case, both he and Marel wanted a fresh start, so they agreed to look for a new place. Actually succeeding in finding one, however, was a different story lol.

It took them months to find a home that suited their needs. By that point, Dorian had grown accustomed to a luxurious lifestyle, so he wanted a place somewhere in Hightown — preferably close to where the Magisterium sessions happened. Marel, on the other hand, didn't want to be confined to a tiny space (so an apartment was out of the question), and he preferred a more peaceful location away from the city's bustle.

They eventually managed to find a luxurious house close to Hightown. It's not as extravagant as Dorian's previous estate, but it's spacious and comfortable, with plenty of rooms and a nice garden. It's also very private, which worked great, since Dorian and Marel preferred not to attract unwanted attention.

9. do they act different in public and at home?

Depends on the timeframe. Both of them acted a little more affectionate in public during the Inquisition. Things like kissing in the library (or pretty much anywhere in Skyhold) happened quite often, and they didn't mind some subtle PDA.

It's a different scenario when Marel moved to Tevinter. Dorian needed to be careful not to ruin his reputation in the Magisterium, so they end up being more discreet about their relationship. After Dorian becomes Archon, however, they go back to some subtle PDA since there's no need for them to lay low any longer. They even publicly refer to each other as husbands on occasion.

15. what habits of the other drives them crazy?

Hmm, I can think of a few regarding domesticity.

Marel hates that Dorian takes over 80% of their closet with his outfits. Not only that, but Dorian often rearranges their clothing, which makes Marel have a hard time finding his stuff. Marel also gets bothered when Dorian goes out to buy groceries and ends up forgetting some important items (or worse, buys the wrong ingredients).

As for Dorian, he gets mad at Marel's messiness. Marel is the type to have an 'organized mess' — he knows where his things are, but he's likely to leave his stuff lying around. Dorian also hates it when Marel returns home from the garden and accidentally soils the floor with dirty shoes.

27. who leaves their stuff lying everywhere?

Answered above, lol.

44. do they feel they see each other enough, or do they have activities that take too much of their time?

Sure thing! Thank you <3

Answering from this list

1. How did they first kiss?

As much as I enjoy the in-game library scene, I came up with a different headcanon for their first kiss.

It happens a few days after completing Dorian's companion quest. Marel and Dorian are out exploring Crestwood when a battle breaks out. At some point, Marel jumps in front of Dorian to shield him from a blow. Marel takes the hit instead, and it turns out to be a nasty wound. Dorian is furious because he insists he had everything under control.

They get into an argument afterward, with Dorian scolding Marel for being a reckless idiot while Marel insists that Dorian should have been paying more attention. The argument escalates until they end up kissing. It happens in the heat of the moment, and it's a pretty impulsive decision for both of them.

I won't dive into details because I plan on writing a fic about this soon! 🙂‍↕️

6. Do they get married (or equivalent)?

They do! After Marel moves to Minrathous, it doesn't take long for them to get married. Much to Marel's surprise, Dorian is the one who proposes.

They organize a small, private ceremony for close friends and a few family members. Still, the celebration is incredibly meaningful to both of them, as it blends Dalish and Tevinter traditions. <3

23. Who steals the blankets?

I've considered Veilguard's timeline for this one! Link to the template here. Yapping and tags below the cut!

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